Modric is yet to return for pre-season after an impressive World Cup campaign, but Lopetegui has calmed the nerves of Los Blancos supporters. "We have enjoyed it and we will continue enjoying it without any doubt", the 51-year-old manager added.

Though this seems a little unorthodox, it could become commonplace under FFP rules as clubs will go to extreme lengths to get the players they need to compete.

Real are yet to replace Cristiano Ronaldo following his £105m move to Juventus, but Lopetegui is confident the club will cope without the five-time Ballon d'Or victor.

'He'll be happy to play football, like he already was, at Real Madrid. "He is a player I particularly like and I am very happy to have him in the team" Lopetegui concluded.

Real Madrid are only willing to make a move for Pjanic if Luka Modric leaves them, and in case he leaves they will they make a move for him, but Juventus are likely to demand £100 million for the former Roma midfielder.

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